How to Brief a Manufacturer: Step 2: Sizes and Spec


Say which size list you are using and what the number means.

Short answer: write every size as width x height in inches, say whether it is the picture (inside) size or the outside size, and use a published list where one exists. For ranges with no published list, write your own size.

Which size list applies to each range

RangeWhat we offer
Photo frames31 standard sizes, 4 x 6 to 24 x 36 inches; any size to brief
Boards16 standard sizes; made to measure up to 6 feet
Wooden framed paintingsReference sizes 12 x 12 to 28 x 28 inches; any size to brief
Engineered wood-mounted paintings12 x 12 to 28 x 28 and 12 x 18 to 18 x 27 inches; any size to brief
Rolled unframed canvasReference 12 x 16 to about 29 x 24 inches
Wallpaper, mirrors and fabricMade to your size, or sizes agreed per product; no list is published

Checklist for this step

  • [ ] Sizes written width x height in inches
  • [ ] Picture size or outside size stated
  • [ ] Published list used where one exists
  • [ ] Material and finish named for each size
  • [ ] The spec sheet filled in

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